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Voices for Valor

4/10/2026

 
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Voices for Valor

Save the Date. Jimmie Allen returns to Voices for Valor at Live Oak Nashville during CMA Fest 2026. 

On June 3rd, Voices for Valor is bringing together:
  •  Incredible artists who love our military community!
  •  Green Berets who are musically gifted!
  •  A community that shows up and gives back!

Live at Live Oak Nashville and featuring Jimmie Allen!! More artists being added!

Stay tuned. Tickets coming soon!

Date: Wednesday, June 3
Time: 7:00 p.m.​

Location:
Live Oak Nashville

1522 Demonbreun Street
Nashville,TN 37203
​(615) 866-9716

Tickets and Artists to be announced.

Last year (2025) featured: 
Chuck Wicks
Jimmie Allen
Michael Ray
The Lucky Whoreshoes

R.O.P.E. Luncheon

4/10/2026

 
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R.O.P.E. Luncheon

R.O.P.E. Reunion Of Professional Entertainers are so excited & proud to announce headlining our big Sunday, May 31st concert & Luncheon will be lifetime R.O.P.E. member & legendary Leona Williams & rising country music star Kylie Diffie (Joe's daughter)

As tradition with any R.O.P.E. show country legend Bobby G Rice plus other special surprises will be performing.

Admission also includes a delicious lunch buffet.

Date: Sunday, May 31
Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 

Location:
Troubadour Theater
2416 Music Valley Drive
Nashville, Tn
(615) 889-2474

Tickets: at Door
$30 for Members
$40 for Non-Members

Country with Heart

4/8/2026

 
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Country with Heart

The official announcement to Save the Date for the 12th annual Country with Heart during CMA Fest 2026. This event benefits St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Date: Saturday, June 6
Time: 5:00 p.m.

Location:
Nashville Nightlife Dinner
2416 Music Valley Dr
Nashville, TN 37214-1011

Hosted by: Bobby Marquez

Tickets: TBA

Performers: TBA

Ella Langley

4/8/2026

 
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Stars for Second Harvest Headliner

Ella Langley has been named the headliner for the annual Stars for Second Harvest, taking place June 2 at the Ryman Auditorium. Last year's headliner was Zach Top. The show benefits the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Tennessee.

Host by ERNEST, Langley is the first performer named to the 2026 show. 

Date: Tuesday, June 2
Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location:
The Ryman Auditorium
116 Rep. John Lewis Way North
Nashville, Tennessee, 37219


Tickets  $65-$150

Presale is underway now. General on-sale starts 4/10 at 10 CT.

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Country Kickoff 2026

4/6/2026

 
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Country Kickoff 2026

Country Kickoff returns to Skydeck on Broadway for CMA Fest 2026. This year includes Chase Matthew, Dustin Lynch, Alexandra Kay and Vincent Mason. Tickets go on sale this Friday, April 10 at 10 am CT.

Date: Tuesday, June 2
Time: 7 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Location:
Skydeck on Broadway
5055 Broadway
Nashville, TN 

Tickets: 
VIP:   $76.29 
(Includes West Balcony access, food, private bathroom, and private bar) 

GA : $54.78

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Forever George & Tammy

4/5/2026

 
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Forever George & Tammy

Alyssa & Wayne Brewer bring classic country to life by paying tribute to one of country's most iconic duos, George Jones and Tammy Wynette. Their debut album Alyssa & Wayne Sing George & Tammy earned praise for its authenticity and emotional depth.

Date: Tuesday, June 2
Time: 7:30 p.m. (Doors 6 p.m.)

Location:
Main Stage, City Winery Nashville
609 Lafayette Street
Nashville 37203
United States

Tickets: $30 - $54

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Rock 'N Jock Celebrity Softball

4/2/2026

 
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Rock 'N Jock Celebrity Softball

Folds of Honor has announced the initial linup for the 6th Annual Rock 'N Jock Celebrity Softball game scheduled for June 1 at 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at First Horizon Park. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 3 at 10 CT. 

Date: June 1
Time: 6:30 p.m. 

Location:
First Horizon Park
19 John Gilliam Way
Nashville TN.

Scheduled to Appear:
HARDY , RaeLynn , Zach Top , Jordan Davis , Ashley Cooke , Priscilla Block , Parker McCollum , Ryan Ellis , Zach John King , Danae Hays , Jay Cutler , Roger Clemens , Travis Pastrana , Mat Best , Rocker Steiner , Lee Greenwood to sing "God Bless the USA" during 7th inning stretch

Tickets will be $20 with discounts available for Military and First Responders. 
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Craig Campbell Cornhole

3/31/2026

 
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Craig Campbell Cornhole

Please join us for the 12th Annual Craig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole Challenge Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 6th & Peabody.

Celebrities will play with auction winners in the Cornhole tournament.

General Admission is free and open to the public, however you can purchase a VIP ticket that includes access to exclusive views, a group photo with all the celebrity participants, a swag bag and two drink tickets.

Date: Tuesday, June 2
Time: 11 am to 5 pm

Location:
6th & Peabody
423 6th Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37203

General Admission: FREE
VIP: $268.61

There are only 25 VIP Ticket packages available. With the purchase of this ticket you will receive a group meet & greet photo with all of the celebrity participants, 2 drink tickets, an event swag bag, and premium view of the tournament.

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 Bid to play: COMING SOON

CMA Fest Artist Showcase

3/29/2026

 
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CMA Fest Artist Showcase

BIG NEWS!!! Nashville Entertainment Weekly is hosting an CMA Fest Artist Showcase for their Artists on June 6th, 2026 at The Commodore Grill in Nashville, 11am-3pm!

Hosted by Jill Santibanez & Tj Cates
Audio Engineer: Debi Champion
​
Date: Saturday, June 6
Time: 11:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.

Location:
The Commodore Grille (located inside Holiday Inn Vanderbilt)
2613 West End Ave.
Nashville, TN, 37203

FREE ADMISSION
(must spend $10 on Food/Beverages to get Parking Validated)

ARTISTS: TBA

Tomato Takeover

3/27/2026

 
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Tomato Takeover

Tomato Takeover: The Sauce is Coming hits June 4th during CMA Fest 2026 —bringing a bold mix of country music and female power to the stage

Some of Nashville’s favorite female country artists, hit songs and stories about the careers that helped shape country music! Tomato Takeover to take place at 3rd and Lindsley during CMA Fest 2026.

​"Tomato-gate" refers to a 2015 incident where a radio consultant, Keith Hill, compared female country artists to tomatoes in a salad, suggesting they should be taken out to boost ratings. This comment sparked widespread backlash from women in the country music industry, including Martina McBride, Miranda Lambert, and Jennifer Nettles, who used the tomato as a symbol of protest. 

Date: Thursday, June 4
Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location:
3rd and Lindsley
818 3rd Avenue S
Nashville, TN 37210

Hosted by: Danae Hays & Bridgette Tatum

Performances by: Pam Tillis , Emma Zinck , SJ McDonald and Special Guests

TIckets: $18.44 - $29.76 (All Ages)

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Broads off Broadway

3/25/2026

 
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Broads Off Broadway
(and 1 Bro)

Announcing the second annual Broads Off Broadway show during CMA Fest on June 4th 6:30-8:30pm Troubadour VIP Lounge (the smaller bar next to the main venue.

This year they are including one “bro” on the lineup too

Date: Thursday, June 4
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Location:
Troubadour VIP Lounge (small venue)
​2416 Music Valley Rd
Nashville, Tn
(615) 889-2474

​Artists: Danielle Peck, Shannon Mock Miller, Jaime Fox and Matt VanFossen play

Tickets: $15 + fees 

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Nashville Navy

3/20/2026

 
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Nashville Navy Party

Tickets go on sale, Sunday March 22 at 9 a.m. CT for the annual Nashville Navy Party held on the Tuesday of CMA Fest 2026. 

Tickets are sold exclusively on the 3rd & Lindsley Nashville website and will also be available at the door.

There will be two rows of tables for sale as well as individual general admission tickets available for $25. 

Date: Tuesday, June 2
Time: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Location:
3rd and Lindsley
818 3rd Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37210

Artists:
Darryl Worley, Wynn Varble, Danielle Peck, Jeff Bates, Justin Andrews, Kelly Neff, Jaime Fox,
David St Romain, Whey Jennings and The Heels 

​Tickets:
General Admission $25
VIP: TBD

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Next Generation

3/16/2026

 
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Next Generation:
​Sons & Daughters

 On Sunday, March 15, 2026, Next Generation: Sons and Daughters of country legends announced via their Facebook page that the show will NOT be occuring in 2026. 

Typically held on Thursday of CMA Fest week, they are taking 2026 off "to Make 2027 Legendary". Considered by many to be one of the best shows of the week. it will be missed. 

Nashville Navy Party

3/14/2026

 
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Nashville Navy Party

The Nashville Navy Party returns to 3rd and Lindsley for CMA Fest 2026. 

Date: Tuesday, June 2
Time: 5:00 p.m. (based on 2025)
​
Location: 
3rd and Lindsley
818 3rd Avenue South
Nashville,TN 37210
(615) 259-9891

TICKETS: Coming Soon

ARTISTS:
TBA

Country for a Cause

3/11/2026

 
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Country for a Cause

Country for a Cause returns to 3rd and Lindsley on Wednesday, June 3 during CMA Fest 2026. 
The event will be hosted by TG Shepherd and Kelly Lang. Devon O'Day is back to emcee this amazing show. 

The show is presented by Gus Arrendale and Springer Mountain Farms. Tickets go on sale March 12.
Tickets are 55 for general admission, with a VERY limited number of VIP tables available.


Date: Wednesday, June 3
Time: 6:30 p.m. (doors 5:00 p.m.)

Location:
3rd and Lindsley
818 3rd Ave S
Nashville, TN 37210
615-259-9891

Artists:
TG Sheppard, Kelly Lang, Devon O'Day, Neal McCoy,  John Berry, Hannah Dasher, Ty Herndon,
Mark Wills, Makenzie Phipps, Jake Hoot, Linda Davis, Dani'elle Kleha, Darin & Brooke Aldridge,
The Malpass Brothers, The Kody Norris Show, Allie Colleen 

VIP Table of 4 (must purchase 4 tickets): TBA
General Admission: $55

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For the first time ever, there will be a VERY limited Early Access Experience for attendees who want a behind-the-scenes look before the event begins. This special opportunity includes exclusive perks and early entry before doors open to the public. Tickets for this are $500 per person and are limited to ONLY 14 people.

Early Access Experience includes:
  • Entry into the venue begins at 3:00 PM 
  • A commemorative poster to be signed by artists who are on site 
  • The opportunity to watch select artists during soundcheck 
  • A photo opportunity with artists in attendance, including T. G. Sheppard and Kelly Lang 
  • Early access to choose your seat if you have General Admission tickets (VIP Table seats will already be assigned)

Disclosure: Artist participation may vary. Because we cannot confirm which artists will be on site during Early Access.. The Early Access Experience requires a separate ticket, and attendees must also purchase either General Admission or a VIP Table for the main event.

Sunday Mornin' Country 2026 Lineup

1/26/2026

 
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Sunday Mornin' Country 2026

Sunday Mornin’ Country returns this to CMA Fest 2026 with inspiring performances from Country and Gospel artists. This year’s event will take place on Sunday, June 7th, at 4:00 PM at the Grand Ole Opry House.

Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026
Time: 4:00 P.M.

Location:
Grand Ole Opry House
600 Opry Mills Drive
Nashville, TN

Artists:
Mandy Barnett, John Berry, Cassidy Daniels, Cutter & Cash, and The Kentucky Grass, Joy Holden, Charlie McCoy, John McEwen, Aubrey Nicole, and McKenzie Phipps, with more TBA

Tickets:
General Admission: $92.15

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Stars for Second Harvest

1/13/2026

 
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2026 Stars for Second Harvest

According to the Second Harvest Food  Bank of middle Tennessee, Stars for Second Harvest returns to the Ryman Auditorium for CMA Fest 2026. 

Stars for Second Harvest returns to the historic Ryman Auditorium on June 2. Join us for an incredible acoustic line-up of country music hosted by ERNEST.

In past years, legends such as Keith Urban, Blake Shelton, and Dierks Bentley have partnered with us to put on a great show supporting Second Harvest’s mission to nourish and empower people so they can thrive.
Date: Tuesday, June 2
Time: 7:30 P.M.

Location:
Ryman Auditorium
 116 Rep. John Lewis Way North
Nashville, Tennessee, 37219

Tickets: TBA

Host: Earnest

Performances by: 
TBD

2026 Rock 'N Jock Softball

1/13/2026

 
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2026 Rock 'N Jock Softball


Per the Folds of Honor Facebook page, the annual Rock 'N Jock Celebrity Softball game returns to Nashville to kick off CMA Fest 2026. 

Date: Monday, June 1
Time: 6:30 P.M. (based on previous year's start time)

Location:
1st Horizon Park
19 Junior Gilliam Way
Nashville, TN

Tickets: TBA

Players: TBA

Music City Rodeo 2026

12/2/2025

 
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​About:
Music City Rodeo brings world-class PRCA championship rodeo to the heart of Nashville. For three unforgettable nights, Bridgestone Arena transforms into the ultimate western experience, combining the thrill of professional rodeo competition with performances from country music's biggest stars.

Each night delivers non-stop action: watch the world's best cowboys and cowgirls compete for over $250,000 in prize money across eight championship events, then stay for a full headline concert. It's two incredible experiences in one unforgettable night.

Date: May 28–30 
Time:  Rodeo begins at 6:00 p.m. followed by a full concert.

Location:
Bridgestone Areana
501 Broadway
Nashville, TN 37203

Tickets available at TICKETMASTER.

In-the Dirt Add-on and Parking also available.

Artists:
Thursday, May 28: Miranda Lambert
Friday, May 29: Charley Crockett
Saturday, May 30: Jon Pardi

Sunday Mornin' Country 2026

11/25/2025

 
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Sunday Mornin' Country 2026

Save the Date! The 44th annual Sunday Mornin' returns to the Grand Ole Opry House during CMA Fest 2026. 

Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026
Time: 4:00 P.M. 

Location:
Grand Ole Opry House
600 Opry Mills Drive
Nashville, TN 37214

Artists:
​
TBA

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